Later she found out that it is vertigo, her doctor called it “labyrinthitis,” it is caused by an “inflammation of the oral labyrinth” or in other words of the inner ear. After a few months of this painful experience, the condition just disappeared without any sign, and didn’t happen again. The scientific concept in this story is acute labyrinthitis, defined as inflammation of…
In addition, the following symptoms were observed: a. Dizziness and difficulty in balancing her body. b. Unable to hear through right ear. c. Unable to detect taste from the anterior right side of the tongue. d. Weaknesses on eyebrow, lips, and forehead of the right side.…
She takes Sinemet 25/100 one and one half tablets at 9 AM and 3 PM then one tablet at 9 PM and 3 AM. She states that her Parkinsonian symptoms, including her gait ability seemed to have improved after taking each dose of Sinemet, but then these symptoms worsen before the next dose of Sinemet. She states that she is having no difficulty with Sinemet. ROS: Gastrointestinal - She is not having nausea, diarrhea, or other gastrointestinal side effects with Sinemet. Neurological…
• On 10/11/2015 at approximately 0850HRS Officer Jorge Jimenez got dispatched to 100 Soccer Lane, Midland, TX in reference to an Aggravated Assault. • Upon his arrival at approximately 0854 HRS Officer Jimenez made contact with Mr. Ernest Wakefield (W/M/DOB 09/23/1954) near the picnic area who advised him that he was attacked by someone he knew with a bowie knife. • Mr. Wakefield identified the suspect as Jace Dorner((W/M/DOB06/15/1992). Mr. Wakefield, who knew Mr. Dorner since he was a kid, received a call from the suspect the night before asking him for a $1000 loan. They both agreed to meet up at the above location the following day so he could deliver the money to him.…
The article explores a comparison study on restraint related deaths (RRD) and excited delirium syndrome (ExDS) covering two time frames. The time frames used in the study were 1988-1995 and 2004-2011. Excited delirium syndrome is defined as a condition that discerns itself with symptoms such as extreme agitation, hallucinations, violent and bizarre behaviour, insensitivity to pain and feats of great strength (Mental Health Daily). The study looks at the use of restraints on people while in this state and specifically the effects on those that presented signs of ExDS.…
An 18-year-old Asian female presented for treatment at Missouri Southern State University Dental Hygiene clinic. The medical history reveals the patient had an ovarian benign tumor that was removed in 2003. The patient was under general anesthesia during the surgery and experienced no complications. Also, the patient has a diagnosis of low blood pressure. Another medical condition that the patient has is Dysautonomia, which is a dysfunction of the autonomic system.…
Owen Thomas had an A-type personality, a vibrant smile, and a bull of a body with fiery red hair. He was an extremely hard-working student and athlete. Not many students knew that Owen was one of the brightest kids in the class with a 4.0 GPA (only told when his friends asked). He was a kind soul in the classroom, but a mythical beast on the football field. He graduated high school with a great reputation but started off college at the University of Pennsylvania with an even better one.…
People "ooooh" because a football player getting sandwiched. Head concussion are not bad as you think as long you don't die you'll be fine for sure. Football gear has changed over a 100 years. We have more protective armor on our shoulders and on our head We don't have leather helmets back in the 1800's. Source 2 states "The players are aware of the risks and accept them.…
On Saturday 11/12/2016 at approximately 2125 hours, I, Security Supervisor Steven Evans was notified by Officer Ariel Weiland of a patient family’s member being disruptive at the E.D. lobby area. Upon arrival, I made contact with Officer Weiland, who informed me that the patient, Alexia Sanchez (DOB: 08/25/97 ; Fin# 86444404) entered the E.D. lobby seeking medical help and stated that she was involved in a domestic violence with her ex-boyfriend but declined to call the Police neither to file an incident report. She was transferred to the Super-track unit room #7. The patient’s mother, who was later identified as Kelly Sanchez had been angry at Officer Weiland because, she had requested that PD to be called but her daughter decisively declined.…
A concussion is a serious brain injury that is caused by a hit to the body or head that shakes the brain. A concussion can cause cuts or bruises to the head and face but there are no visible signs of a concussion. Some people think getting concussions you have to pass out, but people can get concussions by not passing out. Obvious signs of a concussion is passing out or fainting and forgetting what happened right before the injury. In cases of severe concussions it lasts longer than normal concussions and it can affect how you speak, move and learn.…
If a player has signs of a head injury, they are to go to the emergency immediately to be x-rayed or a MRI will be done. An overnight stay in the hospital is most likely required. If the player goes home, the doctor will require someone to wake the possible injured player every few hours. Questions should be asked like what their name is, the date and/or asked how they are feeling. Special care should be taken in watching over someone who has a possible…
The Centers for Disease control estimates more than 300,000 sports-related concussions occur each year in the United States. A concussion is a brain injury characterized by an onset of impairment of cognitive and/or physical functioning. Even though concussions are considered "invisible injuries", they are still very serious head injuries that can have long lasting affects even 30 years later. Athletes shouldn't be able to participate in any physical activity until they are evaluated and signed off by a medical professional not just signed off by their coach. Concussions are serious head injuries that can affect a person's life up to 30 years after they get said concussion.…
Many people overlook the severity of concussions and the potential health effects that it opposes on the brain. Concussions or mild traumatic brain injury is one of the most common neurological disorders as well as the leading cause of long-term disability according to Lisa A. Clarke 2012. A blow to the head causing the brain to move back and forth causes a concussion or mild traumatic brain injury. The brain being the most fragile organ in the body cannot handle this sudden movement and bounces around within the skull. This can cause the brain to swell as well as stretching and tearing of nerve tissue.…
High doses of some stimulants repeatedly over a short period of time can lead to hostility or feelings of paranoia in some people. Although amphetamine and methamphetamine are considered to be similar in some ways, when it comes to side effects. they are different. Side effects of amphetamine may include: bladder pain, bloody or cloudy urine, difficult, burning, or painful urination, fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse, frequent urge to urinate, and lower back or side pain. From the perspective psychological side effects of this drug is typically either hallucinations, abnormal behavior, or confusion.…
Concussion and head injury prevention have become a huge part of modern helmets. Additionally, ideas that were once thought back in the earlier time periods are no longer allowed (single face bar). Also, certain aspects are required at all times: the helmet, the full facemask, and the chin straps. Combine these changes in helmets, with the changes in rules, and the way tackling is taught, the NFL and football in general is in the right direction towards safety. However, as mentioned, concussion rate is increasing.…